Salisbury, Wiltshire, UK. 20th October, 2016. The Mercian Regiment Swaledale sheep mascot and escort party. 'Lcpl Derby' the sheep was recently promoted from the rank of Private as a reward for his good behaviour, particularly when representing the Regiment on parade. Lcpl Derby is the 29th Derby ram since the mascotÕs introduction in 1858. The Army recognizes Lcpl Derby as a soldier and he even has his own regimental number and documentation. He is paid £ per day. Credit: Dorset Media Service/Alamy Live News
The Mercian Regiment Swaledale sheep mascot and escort party. 'Lcpl Derby' the sheep was recently promoted from the rank of Private as a reward for his good behaviour, particularly when representing the Regiment on parade. Lcpl Derby is the 29th Derby ram since the mascotÕs introduction in 1858. The Army recognizes Lcpl Derby as a soldier and he even has his own regimental number and documentation. He is paid £ per day. In addition, he is also on the ration strength and draws his own rations like any other soldier. Lcpl Derby even has a leave card and takes an annual holiday at the Chatsworth Estate.
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